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Modelling and Simulation of Technical Systems

Qualification aims

The module encompasses the application of electrical and physical principles to develop and critically evaluate accurate simulations of measurement and electrical energy systems using industry-standard tools, enabling the prediction and analysis of system behaviors and the identification of improvements.

Students can

  • apply fundamental electrical and physical principles
  • develop accurate simulations by applying mathematical and computational techniques
  • critically evaluate the outcomes of their models
  • can communicate complex technical information

by

  • applying modelling methods to model measurement and electrical energy systems
  • evaluating advantages and disadvantages of numerical methods
  • using industry-standard simulation tools to model measurement and electrical energy systems
  • recreate the conditions of measurement systems and electrical energy systems
  • comparing simulated results with real-world or experimental data
  • preparing detailed reports and presentations

to

  • predict and analyze system behaviors under various conditions
  • develop a deep understanding of the behavior of technical systems
  • evaluate their performance and identify potential improvements
  • validate their models and refine their accuracy
  • effectively convey simulation methodologies, outcomes, and recommendations to technical audiences


Module Content

Modelling and Simulation of Measurement Systems

  • Measurement uncertainties in measurement systems
  • Sampling theorem and A/D conversion
  • Conversion of signals (D/A, D/A), discrete level and time, impact of analogue environment
  • Sampling theory fundamentals, Z-transformation, mapping S-Z-plane
  • Fundamentals of digitals filters, transposed systems, DFT/FFT
  • Multi-rate signal processing, sample rate conversion
  • Fundamentals of model development
  • Simulation of a system


Modelling and Simulation of Electrical Energy Systems

  • Modelling and Simulation of Electrical Energy Systems
  • System requirements
  • Grid operation
  • Transmission line theory
  • Stability aspects
  • Network planning
  • Network modelling and load flow simulation
  • Protection systems
  • Substation communication
  • Voltage and reactive power control


Bibliography

  • Brenan, K., et.al.: Numerical solution of initial value problems in differential algebraic equations. 99 TLS 1067, ISBN 0-444-01511-6
  • Gomez-Exposito, A.; Conejo, A.; Canizares, C.: Electric Energy Systems Analysis and Operation. CRC Press
  • Elgerd, O.: Electric Energy Systems Theory An Introduction. McGraw Hill
  • Mc Donald, J.: Electric Power Substations Engineering. CRC Press
  • ABB: Distribution Automation Handbook Elements of power distribution systems. Online available.
  • Schwab, A.J.: Elektroenergiesysteme. Springer Vieweg.
  • Rashid, M.: Energy Systems in Electrical Engineering, Springer
  • Gómez-Expósito, et al: Electric Energy Systems – Analysis and Operation, CRC Press, 2009
  • Sivanagaraju, S.: Power system operation and control, Pearson, 2010
  • Hewitson, L.G.; Brown, M.; Balakrishnan, R.: Practical Power System Protection. Elsevier
  • Anderson, P.M.: Power System Protection. IEEE Press
  • Van Cutsem, T.; Vournas, C.: Voltage stability of electric power systems. Kluwer Publisher
  • Häger, U.; Rehtanz, Ch.; Voropai, N.: Monitoring, Control and Protection of Interconnected Power Systems. Springer
  • Stoustrup, J.; Annaswamy, A.; Chakrabortty, A.; Qu, Z.: Smart Grid Control. Springer


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